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Fall Statistics

01

HighIncidence

1/3 of thoseover 65

Annually, falls are reported by one-third of all people over the age of 65. An increase in fall injury cases is likely to occur due to the baby boomer generation.

02

DecliningActivity

Fear ofFalling Develops

Many people who fall, even if they are not injured, become afraid of falling. This fear may cause a person to cut down on their everyday activities. When a person is less active, they become weaker and this increases their chances of falling.

03

Hospitilizations

1/5 FallsCause Injury

One out of five falls causes a serious injury in those over the age of 65 such as broken bones or a head injury.